MP frustrated with Government’s stance over coastal erosion

Mr Dewhirst made his views clear following a Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Committee cross-party report that recommended a ‘coordinated response’ was needed to mitigate the effects of erosion.

Huge sections of the Yorkshire Coast face erosion issues every year, with waves and storms undermining soft cliffs and pulling sand away from beaches.

The perpetual problem also threatens coastal properties, natural habitats, and local infrastructure.

The summary of the cross-party report said: “Coastal erosion is not simply an environmental or planning issue.

“It is a cross-Government challenge that touches housing, health, local growth, infrastructure, and community resilience. Rebuilding the relationship between coastal communities and the Government will require a coordinated response...”

Mr Dewhirst said: “It is very disappointing that Labour Ministers’ tone deaf response fails to recognise the human cost – and even worse, dismisses the majority of our recommendations.

“Meanwhile, I’m proud that the Conservatives are determined to set out a plan to protect our coastal communities, and preserve them for future generations – such as cutting the needless red tape that hamstrings investment into marine restoration projects that could bring jobs to coastal communities and protect our nature habitats.”